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reduction

in the Scots law of civil remedies, the remedy to have a writing annulled. In lower courts it can only be done OPE EXCEPTIONIS, by way of defence.

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However, it is worth noting that while, some surgeons initially adopt the open reduction approach as the treatment modality especially for type III, some others believe that this approach should be applied only if the closed reduction method was failed.

Treatment of displaced supracondylar fracture of the humerus in children by open pining from lateral approach: An investigation of clinical and radiographical results

2-3,5-9) Simmen reported that the failure rate seen with closed reduction techniques is significant, and he advocated open methods in the belief that they produce better results.

Technique and timing for closed reduction of isolated nasal fractures: A retrospective study. (Original Article)

To conclude, when treating a case of isolated anteromedial dislocation of the radial head, we must take into account that there maybe a lateral transposition of the biceps tendon which prevents the closed reduction.

Irreducible Anteromedial Dislocation of Radial Head with Biceps Tendon Interposition

Closed reduction may be performed, but surgical management is typically needed if an acetabular/femoral head fracture is present.

Central acetabular fracture with dislocation treated by minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis

Closed reduction was performed and confirmed utilizing fluoroscopic imaging.

Re-displacement of extraphyseal distal radius fractures following initial reduction in skeletally immature patients: can it be prevented?

In comminuted fractures of the distal radius, there is a high risk of mal-union when treated with traditional method of closed reduction and casting.

Efficacy of plaster casting versus external fixation in comminuted distal radius fractures

He noted that closed reduction and percutaneous pinnings are difficult on a small elbow with loose pieces of bone.

Broken elbow? Look for a supracondylar fracture. (Neurovascular Problems in 10%)

Conservative: By closed reduction under general anaesthesia or sedation and below elbow POP slab followed by conversion to below elbow cast one week later.

Distal radius fractures--a comparative study between conservative management and external fixation

sup][7],[8],[9],[10],[11] Although closed reduction and internal fixation have minimal invasion and short operation time, [sup][12] it can develop those complications that result from bad reduction and fixation.

Efficacy Evaluation for the Treatment of Subcapital Femoral Neck Fracture in Young Adults by Capsulotomy Reduction and Closed Reduction

Conclusion: Closed reduction under image intensifier and percutaneous K wiring through medial and lateral approach in selected Gartland Type II and III fractures in children is a safe procedure and provides adequate stabilization with satisfactory results.

CLOSED REDUCTION AND PERCUTANEOUS FIXATION WITH CROSSED K-WIRES IN DISPLACED SUPRACONDYLAR FRACTURES OF HUMERUS

3-6 The preliminary gradual abduction traction before a major surgical intervention or closed reduction has been advocated by some investigators without subsequent convincing evidence.

Outcome of one stage combined open reduction pelvic and derotation femoral osteotomy in congenital dislocated hips of children younger than three years age

Closed reduction for simple nasal bone fracture generally produces acceptable cosmetic results.